Commercial Driver License - Certificate (Major Code - CDL) *Pending HLC approval.

The Commercial Driver License (CDL) program is designed to prepare the student to become an entry-level commercial truck driver. It provides the basic foundation of Arizona state CDL law, safe operating practices, vehicle control, and general driving.

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Demonstrate competency in basic driving maneuvers, including backing skills.
  • Demonstrate the necessary level of driving proficiency in road conditions to obtain a Commercial Driver License, Class A.
  • Identify safe operating practices when performing a pre-trip inspection and citing safety hazards while driving.
  • Interpret and apply US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations necessary to obtain a Class A, CDL permit and license.

 

CORE CURRICULUM 12 CREDITS

CDL 101Introduction to Arizona CDL

3

CDL 102Safe Operating Practices

3

CDL 103Vehicle Control

3

CDL 104General Driving and Testing

3

TOTAL CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS 12 CREDITS